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Philoptochos Society – Panagia Chapter Holy Transfiguration, Marietta, GA
The word Philoptochos translates to “friend of the poor.” The purpose of Philoptochos is simply to help the Church in its ministries. Philoptochos is an organization of women who enjoy the fellowship and spiritual enrichment of working together in Christian philanthropies. HOW CAN WOMEN BECOME MEMBERS? Let them do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to give, willing to share, storing up for themselves a good foundation… I TIMOTHY 6:18 Come to our meetings and join in the fellowship. To become pledged members, women must make an annual stewardship commitment to our chapter. A short pledge form is attached for this purpose. WHAT IS A STEWARDSHIP COMMITMENT? Every man shall give as he is able, according to the blessing of the Lord your God which He has given you. DEUTERONOMY 16:17 A stewardship commitment is a pledge of time, talent and resources. It is an annual commitment based on each individual’s ability and willingness to give at her particular level of spiritual growth. A commitment of time and talent is given by signing up for one of our ministry projects. A commitment of resources is done by filling out the attached pledge form. IS THERE A FIXED OR SUGGESTED MINIMUM PLEDGE OF FINANCIAL RESOURCES? For everyone to whom much is given, of him, will much be required… LUKE 12:48 No, nor is there a maximum. For each pledged member a chapter sends $10/member to National Philoptochos and $7/member to the Metropolis of Atlanta Philoptochos. These funds support ministries that can and do benefit our own members and their families. The remaining pledge dollars are used as the operating base to finance our local and national ministries. WHY CHRISTIAN STEWARDSHIP? WHY PHILOPTOCHOS? And God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that you, always having all sufficiency in all things, have abundance for every good work. 2 CORINTHIANS 9:8 God promises that when we give, He gives in return. As we continue to sacrifice and to give, God continues to replenish and renew us. The more we give of our time, of our talents, of our resources to honor and glorify Him, the more He gives to us. It is a beautiful, endless cycle! We invite you to join this cycle and become “Hand in Hand” for Christ. Prayer by Metropolitan Philaret of Moscow
Lord, grant me to greet the coming day in peace.
Help me in all things to rely upon your holy will. In every hour of the day reveal your will to me. Bless my dealings with all who surround me. Teach me to treat all who come to me throughout the day with peace of soul and firm conviction that your will governs all. In all my words and deeds, guide my thoughts and feelings. In unforeseen events let me not forget that all things are under your care. Teach me to act firmly and wisely without embittering or embarrassing others. Help me to bear the fatigue of the coming day. Direct my will. Teach me to pray. Pray yourself in me. Amen.
To aid the poor, the destitute, the hungry, the aged, We are proud of having eighty eight (88) members and growing. Board of Directors 2009-2011
President: Annette Jacobs Advisor: Marty Driscoll Board Members: Evelyn Bilson Standing Committees: Membership: Evelyn Bilson, Dorothy Macris, and Nancy Barke Special Committees: Charles Salome Scholarship: Nancy Barke Some of our Philoptochos activities include: Click here to download the Philoptochos Membership Form Click here to see the Philoptochos Calendar of Events |
